Officer - Sustainable Energy (Industry) - Phnom Penh

Long-term contract
Localisation Phnom Penh, Cambodia
No remote
5 yrs of exp.
Posted on 09-19-2024

Global Green Growth Institute

Aa treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies.

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Country Representative and reporting to the Senior Program Officer - Sustainable Energy, the Officer - Sustainable Energy (Industry) will mainly be responsible for overall implementation and management of EU Energy Partnership project. S/he will also contribute to other sustainable energy interventions as required under the overall energy portfolio of GGGI Cambodia. Energy portfolio of GGGI Cambodia includes sustainable energy in industries, green building, and green job creation in the energy sector.

Being the coordinator of a Project Management Unit (PMU), s/he will be responsible for overseeing the project deliverables, co-ordinate with government/ project stakeholders/ consortium partners/consultants/peer team members, manage risks, ensure tangible project outcomes & visibility of GGGI. Under the guidance of the Senior Program Officer - Sustainable Energy, s/he will also work on resource hiring and procurements for successful completion of the project. S/he will review the performance of consultants as well as being a key point of technical advice and escalation for problem solving within the context of output delivery. The officer will also support and coordinate the Project Steering Committee (PSC).

The above will require understanding and expertise on Industry Energy Efficiency, Energy Audit, Capacity Building activities, policy landscape, EE financing including ESCO mechanisms pertaining to industry sector. It also requires skills of project management, effective coordination with clients/consultants, crisis management, collaboration with GGGI-HQ and strategic partnerships within Cambodia. This position is required to bring the necessary subject expertise, networking skills, sense of client’s priorities etc. This position reports to Senior Program Officer-Sustainable Energy, GGGI-Cambodia.

PURPOSE

  • Manage project planning, stakeholder consultation, implementation, monitoring, and reporting for the EU Energy Partnership project.
  • Implement the Model Green Factory Programme (https://admin.taftac-cambodia.org/public/pdf_file/publicationen_1706760262_6Sj0G8YP.pdf) that entails conducting energy audits, conducting training with an aim to promoting sustainable energy investment and environmental management in the GFT sector in partnership with the factories, international brands and government agencies.
  • Analyse the country context and evolving needs/priorities and integrate them into the project planning.
  • Review the regulatory framework for a transition toward low carbon pathway in industrial development.
  • Review research, analysis, and validation activities to support the development and delivery of technical outputs of the project.
  • Manage, coordinate and support the PIU and PSC of the project.
  • Ensure quality control of the project outputs and activities.
  • Ensure visibility and branding of GGGI, Donor and partners, and effective communications and public relations on the project activities and results.
  • Provide technical expertise and support to other sustainable energy projects as required.
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REQUIRMENT

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master degree in engineering / environment /climate change / economics / sustainable development / public policy/ business administration.
  • Minimum 5 years of post-qualification professional experience in energy sector, out of which 3 years must be in sustainable energy and 2 years of international experience living and working outside of their home country. Candidates who do not have international experience may be considered for a national grade position.
  • Experience in managing large scale projects preferably in energy sector.
  • Having certification on energy audit is a huge advantage;
  • Experience in Energy Audits / ESCO program management / EE Financing / Technical Consultancy/Program Administration in Industrial Sector;
  • Experience in dealing with donor agencies (including philanthropic organizations), multilateral, bi-lateral and developmental organizations
  • Technical and in-depth knowledge of climate change – mitigation, adaptation, policy and/or financing;
  • Experience in policy development, handling technical trainings, and capacity building;
  • Understanding of financing mechanisms for projects and experience in market assessments, feasibility studies, cost benefit analysis, and stakeholder consultation etc.